The Academy Awards will relocate from Dolby Theater in Hollywood to Peacock Theater at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles starting in 2029, with the ceremony also set to stream on YouTube from that year. This announcement by AMPAS ends over two decades at the current venue.
Key Announcement Details
- The move was confirmed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) on Thursday.
- Peacock Theater will undergo "comprehensive enhancements" through a new deal with AEG, owner of L.A. Live.
- The Oscars red carpet will be hosted in the L.A. Live plaza.
Current Venue: Dolby Theater Context
- Dolby Theater, formerly Kodak Theater, has hosted the Oscars since 2002.
- Located on Hollywood Boulevard, it is adjacent to TCL Theater and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- The theater is part of a shopping complex with retail stores like Sephora and Lids.
- Design elements include columns listing past Best Picture winners.
Transition and Streaming Timeline
- The Oscars will remain at Dolby Theater and air on ABC through the 100th ceremony in 2028.
- From 2029, the ceremony will be held at Peacock Theater and streamed on YouTube.
Venue Comparisons and History
- L.A. Live is a sprawling entertainment hub with attractions like Lucky Strike Bowling Alley and Crypto.com Arena.
- Previous Oscars locations include the Shrine Auditorium and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown LA.
- The move mirrors past shifts but integrates a modern streaming platform and a commercial entertainment complex.